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Troubleshooting · Use & Maintenance

How do I clean the impeller on the EON 100/120d?

Short answer: Clear trapped debris from the impeller after removing the filter and completing the charger and screwdriver safety steps below.

Try this first

First, take the filter out of the robot. Complete the charger and screwdriver safety steps below before opening the filter cover door.

Easy About 5 min Tools: Screwdriver, Robot charger

Based on Maytronics support, updated 2026-01-08, rewritten by Poolbots' pool experts. Applies to 1 model. Parts that fix it are below.

The fix

Step by step.

For Dolphin EON 100, follow these steps in order.

  1. Step 1: Remove the filter Take the filter out of the robot.

  2. Step 2: Connect the charger Attach the charger to the robot, then plug the charger in.

  3. Step 3: Position the screwdriver for safety Place a screwdriver in the opening between the handle and the filter cover latch. Do not skip this safety step.

  4. Step 4: Access the impeller opening Open the filter cover door so you can reach the impeller opening.

  5. Step 5: Clear the debris Remove any debris lodged in the impeller.

Source: Maytronics support. Same steps and facts, rewritten for clarity; the videos and illustrations are Maytronics' own.

Replacement parts

Parts that fix this.

This answer comes down to filters and motor units & impellers. The exact part depends on the model: choose your robot and we open its parts list, or browse the category for every model.

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